Recipe for Health: Cherry Tomato, Corn and Bean Salad

This tomato salad is the ideal side dish for a summer meal. The addition of corn and beans enhances the flavor and texture.

Tomatoes: The Health Benefits

The many health benefits of tomatoes can be attributed to their wealth of nutrients and vitamins, including an impressive amount of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as significant amounts of vitamin B6, folate, and thiamin. Tomatoes are also a good source of potassium, manganese, magnesium, phosphorous, and copper.

Tomatoes: Did You Know?

Tomatoes are a member of the family Solanceae, along with eggplants, peppers and potatoes. They are native to Central America and Mexico. Their spread throughout the globe was sparked by the Spanish’s colonization of the Americas. In tropical regions, they grow as short-lived perennials. In the temperate region of Vermont, they are annuals.

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